Lot 385
  • 385

A Federal Stencil Decorated Birchwood Dressing Table, New England, circa 1810

Estimate
5,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Birch
  • Height 36 3/4 in. by Width 26 1/4 in. by Depth 17 1/4 in.
There are four identified scenes on table: View of Quebec from the Chaudiere; Richmond, VA; View of Dresden; City of Pekin Porcelain Tower. Appears to retain a portion of its original hardware.

Condition

Wear to paint commensurate with age.
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